part of barra shopping is hotzone, an arcade/amusement park with ever changing attractions, where the barra bowling is perfect for a group outing - featuring various games and even penguins, barra kids is a modern space part of the mall set up to entertain children.

The New York City Center, a modern complex incorporated into Barra Shopping in 2003, contains national and international restaurants, department stores and a vast cinema with 18 rooms, including IMAX and luxurious Lux UCI screens.

Situated at the edge of the lagoa da tijuca, or 'Tijuca Lake', VillageMall brings together some of the most celebrated brands in fashion, culture and gastronomy.

It has an extensive range of shops, restaurants, a cinema, as well as a theatre, home to a number of musical, gastronomic and family friendly performances, events and workshops.